Learning Partner

Astrea Academy Trust; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Golden Valley Primary School in Nailsea, part of Lighthouse Schools Partnership, is seeking two Learning Partners to join the team for the primary phase. The role supports teaching and learning under teachers and the SENDCo, with flexible hours.

Working 12:00–15:30, 17.5 hours a week plus 5 inset days, this fixed-term contract extends to 31 August 2027. The school offers CPD, supportive leadership, and a friendly environment with enthusiastic pupils.

Qualifications

• Flexible team player with a positive approach.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Experience or aptitude in managing behaviour and supporting learning.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning under the direction of class teachers or the SENDCo.
• Provide teaching and learning support to pupils, teachers and the wider school community.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver a high standard of pupil support.

Skills

Flexible team player

Positive relationships

Behaviour management

Self-motivated

Job description

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Job profile for Learning Partner

Learning Partner

location_on 0900 - Golden Valley Primary School 13/10/2026

The job requirements are detailed below.

Job details

Salary Salary: JG4 SCP7 -11 £27,274.00 - £29,071.00 FTE per annumActual Salary: £11,330.64 - 12,077.19 per annum pro rata Contractual hours 17.5 Basis Part Time Job type Support Staff - Educational Job category Support Role - Education/Behavioural Support Date posted 29/09/2026 Job reference LSP-S436 Attachments attachment LSP School Learning Partner JD & PS (4) (1).pdf

Job overview

Learning Partner

Hours: 17.5 hours per week plus 5 Insets

Monday - Friday 12pm to 3.30pm

Contract: Fixed Term TBC - 31 August 2027

Salary: JG4 SCP7 -11 £ 27,274.00 - £29,071.00 FTE per annum

Actual Salary: £ 11,330.64 - 12,077.19 per annum pro rata

The Role

We are looking for two enthusiastic Learning Partners (Teaching and Learning Support) to join our friendly team, working throughout the whole primary phase.

The role is to work flexibly as part of a team, under the direction of class teachers or the SENDCo to provide teaching and learning support to pupils,teachersand the wider school community.

Weare looking for:

• A flexible team player who is positive, passionate about their job and a problem solver
• Someone that can develop andmaintainstrong, positive relationships with pupils, the staffteamand parents
• A committed person confident in working with the class teacher to support/develop learning of individual pupils,groupsor the whole class
• Someone that can use their own initiative
• A person with a good sense of humour
• Someone who candemonstratestrong behaviour management
• A person who is self-motivated,creativeand flexible

We can offer you

• Happy, well-behaved, hard-working and enthusiastic pupils
• An inclusive school committed to nurturing all pupils through the development of strong relationships
• A school that is committed to ensuring that every pupil receives the best possible educational experience every day
• A progressive, well resourced curriculum with a shared pedagogy
• An inclusive team committed to staff and pupil wellbeing
• A comprehensive and ambitious CPD offer to support the school’s journey forwards
• A leadership team who will encourage you and support your continued development.
• Access to the comprehensive LSP staff training and employee benefits programme.

About us

Golden Valley Primary School is a thriving 2 form entry primary school in Nailsea, South West of Bristol. With 14 classes from EYFS to Y6, our vibrant non-denominational school benefits from belonging to Lighthouse Schools Partnership, a multi-academy trust of over 34 schools. Set in beautiful countryside but still accessible by bus and train, we are located close to the town centre.

Visits are warmly encouraged; please contact the office team to arrange.

PLease note we have some Breakfast Club Roles that can be applied for in conjunction with this role.

Closing Date: Tuesday 13 October 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Safeguarding Statement

Golden Valley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.

A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the School website.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.